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MRS → BCN
Which side of the plane to sit from Marseille Provence Airport (Marseille) to Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a panoramic view of the coastline, the transition from the French Camargue to the Spanish Costa Brava, and an unparalleled view of the Barcelona city grid during arrival.
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Camargue Wetlands
Visualizing the unique pink salt pans and delta marshes of Southern France shortly after takeoff.
Eastern Pyrenees
The distant but majestic sight of the mountain range that forms the natural border between France and Spain.
Costa Brava
The rugged, rocky coastline of northern Catalonia featuring turquoise bays and seaside resorts like Roses and Lloret de Mar.
Barcelona City Grid
Stunning views of the Eixample district's octagonal blocks and the towering Sagrada Família during the descent.
Montjuïc and Camp Nou
Final views of the Olympic Park and the iconic football stadium as the plane lines up for the runway.
For the best experience, sit on the right and try to get a seat ahead of or well behind the wing. This is the 'city side' when landing from the north (Runway 24R), offering a legendary view of Barcelona's urban planning. In late afternoon, the sunlight hits the Catalan coast beautifully, making it perfect for photography.
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Gulf of Lion
Deep blue vistas of the Mediterranean Sea stretching toward the Balearic Islands.
Shipping Lanes
Spotting large commercial vessels and ferries traveling between Marseille, Corsica, and North Africa.
Port de Barcelona
An aerial perspective of the massive logistics and cruise terminals located south of the city center.
Choose the left side for a more peaceful, sea-oriented view. This side is ideal for morning flights as it remains in the shade, avoiding the direct glare of the sun over the water.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 351 km (218 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 35 min
Departure: MRS (43.439271922, 5.22142410278)
Arrival: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Route Type: International
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